Commercial Litigant Cannot Shift Blame To Counsel For Repeated Non-Appearance In Restoration Applications; NCLAT

NCLAT held that a commercial litigant cannot attribute repeated non-appearances in restoration applications to counsel. The tribunal stressed personal responsibility of parties in insolvency proceedings and clarified that professional negligence does not absolve litigants from procedural obligations. This decision strengthens adherence to timelines and accountability in corporate insolvency cases, ensuring smoother resolution under the IBC framework while discouraging misuse of legal representation as an excuse for delays or defaults.